On today’s “Let’s Talk Money with Dave and Reb,” the co-hosts welcome Rev. Ray Borg from notmine.ca in the first of a two-part series on giving. This episode focuses on a key question: what do we believe about giving? Once we start to understand the answer to this question spiritually, philosophically, and practically, we will know ourselves better. This understanding will also provide a foundation and position for our giving.
Looking at several wisdom verses found in James 3, together they discuss what wisdom in giving looks like, and how we can hold these verses up as a mirror to our financial situations.
Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth. Such “wisdom” does not come down from heaven but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic. For where you have envy and selfish ambition, there you find disorder and every evil practice. But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere. James 3:13-17
“These verses are a practical guide and mirror to help us navigate the heart of giving,” Dave says. “From them, we can consider if our finances reflect the qualities of wisdom like being peace-loving, considerate, and full of mercy. Giving reflects this kind of wisdom.”
To hear more of their conversation, tune into today’s episode which is sponsored by More Than Enough Financial – a financial coaching, tax, and mortgage company empowering people to effectively manage their finances, while finding hope and financial freedom one day at a time. Go to www.morethanenough.ca for more information. To order Reb’s e-book, audio book, or soft-cover copy of Cultivating Trust: Finding God’s Hope and Freedom for Your Finances, go to www.morethanenoughbooks.com or email info@morethanenough.ca, to arrange a pick-up from their Ottawa office.